Stories tagged with "labor day"

Mark calendar for immigration reform by indystar

It’s time to send Sen. Chuck Schumer of New York a slew of calendars. Here’s why. One of my favorite stories from the civil rights movement involves James L. Farmer... – Nov 06, 2009 at 4:54 PM in Commentary

More school isn't the answer; let's look at what works by indystar

I am appalled The Star took the position that the movement to shift Indiana’s school calendar to a later start date is a "distraction.’’ The groundswell of... – Oct 14, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Letters to the editor

Airfares' 2009 descent may be leveling off by indystar

The great airline sale of 2009 might be ending. Airfares, which have shown steady drops throughout this year, are beginning to show signs of stabilizing. For travelers, that means... – Oct 05, 2009 at 9:10 PM in Business

A start-of-school distraction by indystar

Of all the issues facing schools in Indiana, the question of whether the academic year should begin in early August, the middle of the month or even past Labor Day rates near the... – Oct 02, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Editorial

Kittle's finds 'silver lining' in storm clouds by indystar

After a July 25 storm left roof and water damage to the Kittle’s furniture store on the Northeastside near Castleton Square Mall, Chairman Jim Kittle says he found a... – Sep 29, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Business

Funeral today for flu victim, 6 by Bruce Smith

CLAYTON — Funeral services are today for a 6-year-old Hendricks County boy who died from apparent complications from a flu virus. Wyatt Joseph Stevens, a son of Brad and Cindy... – Sep 24, 2009 at 12:43 PM in Hendricks County

Huskies' Jessica Carr commits to Valparaiso by Ted Schultz

** Hamilton Heights junior Jessica Carr has orally committed to attend Valparaiso University to play basketball. Carr averaged 16.7 points, 4.0 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 3.3 steals... – Sep 16, 2009 at 7:44 PM in High school girls basketball

Opposition is based on anti-employment provisions by indystar

The Star said it best in its Labor Day edition Monday: It’s all about jobs. Nothing threatens existing jobs and creation of new jobs more than the misnamed Employee Free... – Sep 13, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Voices

Later school start date would fill pools, keep kids cooler by indystar

Indy Parks has done an excellent job of providing fun pools to go to in the summer. I am sorry that the department’s finances are suffering. Part of the problem is the early... – Sep 10, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Letters to the editor

Forest Park pool open an extra week in 2010 by indystar

Noblesville — The community can enjoy an extra week of splashing in the pool in 2010: Forest Park Aquatic Center will open May 22, a week before Memorial Day. “School... – Sep 10, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Noblesville

Noblesville aquatic center to open 1 week early in 2010 by Betsy Reason

NOBLESVILLE — The community can enjoy an extra week of splashing in the pool in 2010. Forest Park Aquatic Center will open May 22, a week before Memorial Day. “School will already... – Sep 09, 2009 at 6:32 PM in Noblesville

Fishers to set fines for misuse of water during emergencies by indystar

The Town Council tonight is poised to adopt rules limiting water use during water emergencies. Water emergencies are rare, but it’s helpful to have rules during those times,... – Sep 08, 2009 at 1:34 PM in Fishers

Nearly $60.5M raised in MDA Telethon by indystar

TUCSON, Ariz. — Despite the tough economy, officials with the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon say contributions and pledges from this year’s Labor Day event totaled nearly... – Sep 07, 2009 at 11:39 PM in Health & Fitness

Growning number of Americans taking on second jobs by Dana Hunsinger

After putting in 40 hours a week as a legal assistant at Owens&Owens law firm, Amber St. Clair wakes up on the weekends, reaches for the mop and pail and starts her second job... – Sep 07, 2009 at 12:37 AM in Business

Mild temperatures cool off attendance at outdoor pools in metro area by Bruce Smith

This summer’s cool weather put a chill on attendance and revenues at city and community swimming pools in the metro area. The summer started hot, but when the weather turned... – Sep 07, 2009 at 12:30 AM in Communities

Labor Day holiday closings by indystar

Some services will be curtailed today in observance of Labor Day. Federal offices: Closed. State offices: Closed. City offices: Closed. County offices: Closed. Courts: Closed. Mail... – Sep 07, 2009 at 12:28 AM in Communities

Persevere on road to recovery by indystar

On this Labor Day 2009, it’s all about jobs — or the lack thereof. The federal government last week released new employment figures, including the percentage of... – Sep 07, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Editorial

The fight over summer, school by agammill

Some parents want a later start; experts say kids need more hours Stephanie Curtis doesn’t feel she had enough time this summer with her kids, with school ending later and... – Sep 06, 2009 at 12:53 AM in Communities

Workers find their situation hard to stomach by Heather Gillers

No picnic: Workers find their situation hard to stomach Every Labor Day, Indiana unions hold an annual picnic on the Near Westside. This year, not everyone was in the mood to... – Sep 06, 2009 at 12:52 AM in Marion County

Restore workers' freedom to bargain for better lives by indystar

This Labor Day the eyes of the nation are on jobs. How can we get Americans back to work, and how quickly? How can we make sure that the jobs created are good jobs and that... – Sep 06, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Letters to the editor